Menzie Chinn published a landmark new textbook last month to help college students make sense of the complex global economy and the geopolitics surrounding it.
International Policy & Economics
New faculty Q&A: Silvia Helena Barcellos
Silvia Helena Barcellos joined the La Follette School’s faculty in fall 2024. She discusses her research, teaching, and more.
Professor Mark Copelovitch Returns from Sabbatical in Berlin
After one semester as a visiting scholar in the Transformations of Democracy research group, Mark was awarded the Axel Springer fellowship at the American Academy in Berlin.
Reed Lei departs La Follette for Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Lei is now an associate professor of political science at their School of International and Public Affairs.
La Follette students find financial capability program is vital for humanitarian migrants’ financial literacy, stability
La Follette graduate students evaluate The International Rescue Committee’s financial capability program and its effectiveness in helping humanitarian migrants navigate the U.S. financial system.
Student projects address challenges in Wisconsin and beyond
Students’ spring capstone projects addressed real-world challenges on behalf of clients including NGOs, the private sector, and both federal and state agencies.
Interview with World Bank’s Chief Economist: Part 2
While visiting campus, the World Bank’s Chief Economist, Indermit Gill, shared his thoughts on the global economy and development in Wisconsin.
While the economy remains strong, inflation remains top concern for Wisconsinites
Results from a statewide survey show that Wisconsin residents are concerned about inflation despite falling inflation rates and low unemployment.
Wisconsin residents concerned about federal taxes, survey finds
Ross Milton examines Wisconsin residents’ views on taxes and explains the process for state and local taxes in the Badger State.
Family Impact Seminar looks at financial well-being of Wisconsinites
J. Michael Collins presented to policymakers at the State Capitol about how Wisconsin households are faring in today’s economy.